Journal of the Chester Archaeological Society 82

A series of archaeological and geo-archaeological excavations, evaluations and assessments were undertaken in advance of residential development at the site of the 'Cop', an 18th century embankment constructed as part of the canalisation of the river Dee. Five phases of activity associated with the development of the riverside area and the Cop were identified. The two remaining standing structures at the site, both of the 19th century, were investigated prior to their demolition. Au/LD

Between 2001 and 2005, investigations were undertaken at a series of sites in the old port and Roodee areas of Chester, extending from the Grosvenor Bridge in the south to the Cop Recreational Ground at Sealand Road in the north. These investigations have contributed significant information about the changing course of the river Dee, the city's attempts to control the flooding at the port and Roodee areas and the construction of port installations. In addition, considerable light has been shed on the structural remains of Chester's first workhouse, which lay adjacent to the port.